What to Do When You Find Baby Raccoons in Your Yard As the summer winds down, you might discover a nest of young animals in your yard, particularly in an out-of-the-way area such as underneath the porch or deck. If they are quite young, you might wonder what type of animal they are so that you know how to handle the situation. Raccoons are … Continue reading What to Do When You Find Baby Raccoons in Your Yard

Home Pest Control Tips — Telling the Difference Between Termite and Carpenter Ant Infestations Homeowners are often terrified that their home might become infested by termites. Yet, we give little thought to the ongoing damage that carpenter ants cause. The signs and symptoms are very similar between the damages caused by termites and carpenter ants. How do you know if your home is at risk? … Continue reading Telling the Difference Between Termite and Carpenter Ant Infestations

Toronto’s Striped Skunks A variety of wildlife live in Toronto, and many of these mammals can become nuisances for homeowners. The striped skunk is one of the animals that often move into a homeowner’s yard in search of a place to call home. A Striped Skunk’s Appearance Striped skunks are easily recognizable by the line of white fur appearing on the entire length … Continue reading Toronto’s Striped Skunks

Essential Winter Pest Control, and Why It Matters Depending on where you live, winter may be a prime time of year for pests. With the crazy weather and the warmer winters, some pests are surviving, even thriving, in the coldest months. Insects and Their Different Forms Mosquitoes and deer flies are often seen as plagues of summer. The adult deer fly season is most active … Continue reading Essential Winter Pest Control Tips, Why It Matters